"Then, a consultation--you fancy--you think--don't you?"
"Yes, M. Mauperin, that will be quite the best thing. You see, it will
be more satisfactory for every one; for you, and for me. We should call
in M. Bouillaud, I suppose. He is considered the first authority."
"Yes--M. Bouillaud," repeated M. Mauperin, mechanically nodding his head
in assent.